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Al Sharm vs Yanbu Al Bahr

Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.

The centers of Al Sharm and Yanbu Al Bahr are about 0 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al SharmYanbu Al Bahr
1 bedroomSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month

Yanbu Al Bahr is SAR 16,000 a year cheaper (42%).

2 bedroomsSAR 54,000.00about SAR 4,500 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month

Yanbu Al Bahr is SAR 22,000 a year cheaper (41%).

3 bedroomsSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month

Yanbu Al Bahr is SAR 27,000 a year cheaper (38%).

Known for

Both: Coastal

Only Al Sharm: Beach access, Water sports, Sea view, Modern, Expat popular

Only Yanbu Al Bahr: Historic, Waterfront, Affordable, Local, Traditional

Al Sharm

Coastal area with Red Sea views and beach lifestyle

Pros and cons

  • Beautiful Red Sea coastline and beach access
  • Excellent diving and water sports opportunities
  • Modern waterfront apartments and villas
  • Relaxed, resort-style atmosphere
  • Sea views from many properties
  • Growing expat water sports community
  • Fresh seafood restaurants nearby
  • Away from industrial areas
  • Longer commute to industrial employers
  • Higher rental prices for sea-view properties
  • Limited shopping and entertainment
  • Distance from international schools
  • Can be humid near the coast
  • Some areas still under development

What residents say

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Yanbu Al Bahr

Historic waterfront with local character and culture

Pros and cons

  • Affordable housing options
  • Authentic local experience
  • Beautiful Red Sea coastline
  • Historic sites and souks
  • Diverse community
  • Fresh seafood markets
  • Good diving and water sports access
  • Older building infrastructure
  • Limited western amenities
  • Can be crowded
  • Distance from industrial employers
  • Less modern facilities

What residents say

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